Scenic view: blue water, forest on both sides an bridge in distance - NZ: Rakaia Gorge
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Can you explore New Zealand without a driving licence? Is it possible to get off the beaten path?

Jongens van de Bontekoe statues seen from behind, looking over the water - Sailing boat in the distance. Cloudy day.
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Holland on a budget: travel like a local, spend like a backpacker

Ultra New Zealand 2026's main stage: Oliver Heldens is spinning
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Ultra New Zealand 2026, how was this EPIC EDM festival in Wellington?

Classic view of Admont Library in Austria
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Why your travel checklist is incomplete without digital security! Fix it with Norton 360

View from my room at Amrath Hotel in Alkmaar: sun rising, quiet road, water reflecting trees, windmill in the distance
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Alkmaar’s Amrath Hotel: affordable, comfortable and surprisingly geek-friendly

Italian road trip snack
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Take your tastebuds on holiday as well with these tasty European road trip snacks

WRC rally car on a dusty road in Spain. The car just came around the bend, on the straight now
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Never miss a game or race: use a VPN to watch your favourite sports anywhere

Catlins area in New Zealand
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What is the best way to travel around New Zealand: bus, car or campervan? You’ll find the answer here!

Amazing views of Sardinia, Italy - photo: Ivan Ragozin (Unsplash)
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Visit Sardinia for the WRC Rally, stay for the crystal clear sea & white sandy beaches

Plaza de España in Seville, Spain
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The number one reason to visit Seville: it has everything you're looking for in a Spanish city

Overview of the Ground Up taproom Wanaka - bar & taps + beer menu in the background
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Wanaka: one street, two breweries, a great selection of NZ craft beers to explore

Photo of Amsterdam in winter - a bit snowy. Houses in the distance, cyclist passing by in the foreground
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Winter in Amsterdam: warming reasons to see Holland this season

Tasty baguette with cheese and veggies
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Unforgettable European road trip moments: lessons learned and memories made

NOS Alive 2017 festival night
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Unmissable European music festivals: get ready for an EPIC season!

Yellow & red tulips at Keukenhof flower show
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Explore Keukenhof: plan your visit to the world's largest flower garden today!

Scenic view: blue water, forest on both sides an bridge in distance - NZ: Rakaia Gorge

Can you explore New Zealand without a driving licence? Is it possible to get off the beaten path?

New Zealand is one big playground. There is always something to climb on, jump out of, hike to, a path or a trail to follow… You name it, New Zealand has it! Aotearoa truly is one of the world’s ultimate travel destinations. But how do you explore New Zealand if you don’t have a driving licence? Let us show you the options available to non-drivers, those who are too young to drive in NZ and those of us who simply don’t fancy the hassle of driving and navigating while you’re on holiday.

Classic view of Admont Library in Austria

Why your travel checklist is incomplete without digital security! Fix it with Norton 360

When preparing for a trip lots of travellers worry about what to pack. Travelling light is key. But have you ever thought about what to pack uh bring to protect your digital life? Have you thought about how to keep your laptop and smartphone safe & secure when logging into public hotspots of accommodations and libraries overseas? We’ve got some handy tips and advice for you.

WRC rally car on a dusty road in Spain. The car just came around the bend, on the straight now

Never miss a game or race: use a VPN to watch your favourite sports anywhere

Are you a die-hard sports fan that wants to watch your favourite sports anywhere but you can’t because of geographical restrictions? Whether you are a petrol head whose Formula 1 race (exciting season finale anyone?) or WRC Rally competition event was geoblocked or you’re a concert fan missing out on their favourite band’s festival stream not being available in your region, here’s the best way how to get around a geoblock: unblock sports channels with a VPN.

Tasty baguette with cheese and veggies

Unforgettable European road trip moments: lessons learned and memories made

Long road trips are the best way to experience a lot of different cultures and taste a lot of local food. When we had the opportunity to travel from the North of Europe (Netherlands) to the South of Europe (Spain) we immediately said: hey ho, let's go. These are the lessons we learned on that road trip. Some simple road trip tips and local customs to help you prepare for your European road trip.

NOS Alive 2017 festival night

Unmissable European music festivals: get ready for an EPIC season!

Summer is such an awesome time to go travelling. Imagine yourself lying in the grass somewhere in Europe, sharing beers with mates, while listening to your favourite band. Or perhaps check out your favourite Kiwi band. Yes, many Kiwi acts have been played or will be playing at these European music festivals. What are you waiting for?

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